As the US Presidential election nears its conclusion, former President Donald Trump has opened a commanding lead over Vice President Kamala Harris. For entrepreneur and Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban, the writing was on the wall well before Trump began solidifying his path back to the White House.
The 66-year-old Cuban, like millions of other Americans, was tuned into every update on election night. As Trump crossed the crucial 210 electoral vote mark, with Harris trailing behind at just under 190, Cuban decided to do the unthinkable: he congratulated Trump on his victory.
For some, Cuban’s move seemed premature. Harris supporters held onto hope, pointing to uncounted ballots in a few critical swing states. However, Cuban seemed to accept that the tide had turned. Important swing states, where Harris had once held competitive polling numbers, began to tilt decisively toward Trump, giving the former President a steady edge.
Fans were quick to note the irony in Cuban’s congratulations. Throughout the campaign, Cuban had been outspoken in his criticism of Trump, delivering some of the most public jabs against the Republican nominee. Many were taken aback at his acceptance of Trump’s apparent victory, given Cuban’s historical opposition. Social media lit up with reactions, as fans weighed in on the tech billionaire’s unexpected concession.
Adding to the drama is Cuban’s business relationship with the majority owners of the Dallas Mavericks—the Adelson family, noted Republican supporters. Miriam Adelson, in fact, emerged as the largest political donor among all sports team owners this cycle. With Cuban’s public congratulations, some fans humorously speculated about Cuban’s position in the political landscape, while others expressed surprise at his shift.
As of this writing, Cuban’s post has reached viral status, amassing more than eight million views and over 23,000 replies. Although Cuban has never made politics a primary focus, his response to Trump’s apparent victory has sent a strong message to his followers, sparking widespread discussion and debate.
